Murdered Cavan woman was 'kind and popular'
A woman, who was found dead in County Cavan, has been described as a "popular, highly regarded" woman who worked for the good of the local community.
Named locally as Annie Heyneman, 55, Fianna Fáil politician Brendan Smith said she had been involved over the years in community projects.
Gardaí (Irish police) said they were called to a house in a rural area near Ballyconnell at about 21:30 local time on Saturday.
A man in his 60s was also seriously injured and remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
Gardaí have launched a murder investigation.
A man in his 30s has been arrested at a separate location, and gardaí have said they are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident. They continue to question him.
Shock in area
Speaking on BBC Radio Ulster's Good Morning Ulster programme, Smith, who knew Mrs Heyneman, said: "It has been the only thing on the mind of the local community, the loss of a person in such circumstances, they are shocked and every thought and prayer is with the family during this sad time."
He described Mrs Heyneman as a "native of the parish, a kind friend and neighbour" and said "everyone thought very highly of her".
Investigating Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and those with information to come forward.
Anyone who travelled in the area of Kilnavert, Ballyconnell, on Saturday, between 20:30 and 21:30, is asked to provide police with any available camera footage, including dashcam recordings.